Oct 18: Concert by Dresdner Kreuzchor
As one of the most time-honored and famous boys’ choirs, the Dresdner Kreuzchor (Choir of the Church of the Holy Cross) is gracing Shanghai this week. Celebrating its 800th anniversary last year, the Choir still keeps with tradition and sings the Vesper every Saturday during the church service. Angela Merkel once remarked that Dresdner Kreuzchor is the trademark of Germany, and now they are bringing their enchanting voices to Shanghai, don’t miss it!
Wed Oct 18, 7.30pm-9.30pm; RMB80-1280. Shanghai Oriental Art Center. See event listing.
Oct 18 – Oct 22: LA MAISON RÉMY MARTIN
After being a sensation in London, Manchester and New York, LA MAISON RÉMY MARTIN is ready to blow your mind in Shanghai. The exhibition is a perfect combination of art and beverage; you can witness the fantastic “Boreal Halo” masterpieces from French artist Vincent Leroy, while sampling the taste and learning the stories behind RÉMY MARTIN.
Oct 18-Oct 22, 2pm-4pm, 4pm-6pm, 6pm-8pm, 8pm-10pm; RMB50-399. Lafayette Art & Design Center. See event listing.
Oct 22: Musical - The Diary of Anne Frank
The Diary of Anne Frank is a book of diary entries written by Anne Frank while she was hiding for two years during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. In order to make it easier for children to understand, the musical is a loose adaption of the original story, adding humorous plots that aim to amuse. The musical content will still provide children with food for thought, allowing for reflective discussions on the way home.
Sun Oct 22, 10.30am-12am, 2.30pm-4pm; RMB70-180. Mercedes-Benz Arena. See event listing.
Oct 22: Pet Adoption
With more and more people enriching their lives by making a furry friend part of their family, have you ever thought of joining them? Visit the pet adoption event this weekend and see how long you can resist. Even if you can’t adopt a pet of your own, attend the event to find out how you can become involved with the various charities in Shanghai.
Sun Oct 22, 1pm-5pm. New World Square (Hongqiaotiandi). See event listing.
All Month: Koozå
Kooza is the latest incarnation of Montreal contemporary circus company Cirque du Soleil. Written and directed by David Shiner, this current creation incorporates acrobatic performance and the art of clowning, while exploring fear, identity, recognition and power. Experience the most prominent circus in the world, and lose yourself in the incredible production, and entertaining characters.
7.30pm-10pm (Tue-Sat), 5.30pm-8pm(Sun); RMB280-1980. Hongshan Lu Parking Lot. See event listing.
